Nicole Eagan is Co-Founder & Strategic Advisor at Darktrace. Nicole is part of the team of AI experts, cyber defense specialists, and business leaders who came together in 2013 to apply AI to the challenge of cybersecurity, founding Darktrace out of Cambridge, UK. Over the course of her tenure, Nicole has served as CEO and Chief Strategy and AI Officer.

In her current role as Strategic Advisor, Nicole oversees strategic customer relationships, advises on product innovation and strategy, and is a thought leader and expert for the business in AI, cybersecurity and emerging technology. Nicole is an expert in the responsible and ethical use of AI in cybersecurity and business at large and regularly works with and advises C-suite leaders on how to adopt and operationalize AI securely. Nicole frequently speaks at technology and business events such as CNBC Technology Executive Council, Fortune Brainstorm AI, Economist Impact, Collision Conference, and more. Nicole’s extensive career in technology spans 30 years, including leadership roles at large technology corporations including Oracle and HP, as well as early-stage startups and in venture capital.